Biography
Tamara A. Marshall focuses her practice in the areas of estate planning and estate + trust administration. With over two decades of legal experience, she is committed to guiding individuals and families through every stage of life with clarity, compassion, and practical legal solutions.
Tamara works closely with her clients to create personalized estate plans that ensure assets are managed effectively during their lifetime and distributed according to their wishes thereafter. Whether a client is planning for their own longevity, assisting aging parents, or helping a young adult prepare for independence, Tamara provides thoughtful counsel that simplifies complex legal concepts and empowers clients to make informed decisions. Her approachable style and deep knowledge make her a trusted advisor to those navigating some of life’s most personal and important decisions.
Before joining K+H, Tamara practiced in a wide range of legal areas, including divorce, civil litigation, and municipal law, which gives her a well-rounded perspective and ability to approach client issues with both legal and real-world insight.
Education
- Northern Illinois University College of Law, DeKalb, Illinois
- J.D. | 2002
- University of California San Diego, San Diego, California
- B.A. | 1989
Professional Associations
- Illinois State Bar Association | Member
- McHenry County Bar Association | Member
- National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys | Member, Vice President Illinois Chapter
Awards
- Martindale-Hubbell Peer Rated for High Professional Achievement | 2025
Practice Areas
- Estate Planning
- Estate + Trust Administration
Bar Admissions
- Illinois
- U.S. District Court Northern District of Illinois, including Trial Bar